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42510 Parotid duct diversion

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: parotid duct diversion

Surgical diversion of the parotid duct with extensive rerouting or complex reconstruction for severe Frey syndrome or chronic parotitis.

Clinical Context

Extensive parotid duct diversion with multiple flaps or complex reconstruction for severe symptoms or extensive tissue involvement.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU8.14
Practice Expense RVU6.75
Malpractice RVU1.20
Total RVU16.09

Est. Medicare Payment

$537.41

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Oral SurgeryHead and Neck Surgery

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.